12Horse Paladin 1,038 #1 Posted July 24, 2020 mornin, Y'all. If this isnt the right spot, please feel free to move; didnt kno where exactly to post this... Any ideas as to what i could use/do to clean up this headlight lens; maybe fixup the black border...? Its cloudy, as you can see. Ill use it as is, but if i could make it look a lil better n cleanup the clear parts, id like to. Also, where can you get the screws to mount it? PO used phillips screws, n i kno that's not right... I hope everyone has a good day, n thanks😊 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
12Horse Paladin 1,038 #3 Posted July 24, 2020 2 minutes ago, AMC RULES said: Lol! Ok, ty!😁 ...i was gonna try that lastnight, but read on the container not to use on plastic, so wasnt sure. Now, ill give it a shot. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,211 #4 Posted July 24, 2020 (edited) Nonsense, you'll have no problems. Polish that sucker up. Used without any issues on everything you see pictured here. Edited July 24, 2020 by AMC RULES 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pollack Pete 2,273 #5 Posted July 24, 2020 I use plastic polish.Can't recall the brand right now,it's out in my shop.Will look later.I also use polish made for pinball machine plastics.Product called Novus.Has 3 different grits.1 for light scratches.2 for medium scratches.3 for heavy scratches.This stuff works really well. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 9,311 #6 Posted July 24, 2020 12 horsepalidin, i use MEGUIRES PLASTIC X , MADE FOR FADED HEADLIGHT LENSES , https://www.walmart.com/ip/Meguiar-s-G12310-PlastX-Clear-Plastic-Cleaner-Polish-10-oz/16550253?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=2200&&adid=22222222227010027956&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=40838625392&wl4=pla-78651900512&wl5=9003292&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=16550253&veh=sem&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI74G4nI7m6gIV7wiICR0cAwsJEAQYASABEgIwDvD_BwE not only does it really clean up a lens , do it a couple of times , but it will make plastic squeaky clean , used it on all my car lights , look like new, pete 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
12Horse Paladin 1,038 #7 Posted July 24, 2020 15 minutes ago, AMC RULES said: Nonsense, you'll have no problems. Polish that sucker up. Used without any issues on everything you see pictured here. Is that just a regular headlight bucket? Excellent! Its what i have here, so thatll get done, too! Thanks👍🏼 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
12Horse Paladin 1,038 #8 Posted July 24, 2020 Thanks, every1, for the info n ideas!😊 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,211 #9 Posted July 24, 2020 Post up a pict of your handiwork here when you're done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
12Horse Paladin 1,038 #10 Posted July 24, 2020 14 minutes ago, AMC RULES said: Post up a pict of your handiwork here when you're done. Ok; i will. I dunno if im gonna remove my headlight bucket yet, tho, as im not too keen bout the process. Kno i can drill out the rivets, but not sure what i need to put it all back, as ive never worked with those. May just try to get what i can reach, there. But i will.I will 😊 Ty, again Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lee1977 7,224 #11 Posted July 24, 2020 13 minutes ago, 12Horse Paladin said: Ok; i will. I dunno if im gonna remove my headlight bucket yet, tho, as im not too keen bout the process. Kno i can drill out the rivets, but not sure what i need to put it all back, as ive never worked with those. May just try to get what i can reach, there. But i will.I will 😊 Ty, again As well as I can remember the head light bucket is pop-rivited in, I have used tooth paste to polish wrist watch cristels . Might want to try it on the bottom edge first to see how it does. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bc.gold 3,406 #12 Posted July 24, 2020 Polishing Polycarbonate Polycarbonate is the most commonly polished transparent plastic. It is second only to acrylic in clarity. Polycarbonate is readily polished via vapor polishing and is typically the method of choice for most applications. Vapor polishing is a method which utilizes a solvent vapor to flow the surface of the component. The method can produce a polished surface on both exterior and interior features. Machined surface finish quality and cleanliness are important for success. We are happy to vapor polish customer’s machined plastic parts however for best results the machining and polishing should be done by Connecticut Plastics. Polycarbonate can also be buffed. Buffing is mostly used on exterior surfaces in larger components. Buffing utilizes a spinning cotton wheel with cutting compound. Being a mechanical process, the wheel leaves microscopic scratches and generally is not as clear as vapor polishing. The last approach, direct machine plastic polishing utilizes specialty tooling to produce polished finishes directly from a machine tool. Our most technical method, when combined with vapor polishing, the process can produce near flawless finishes. Polycarbonate is a stress sensitive material. While polycarbonate has great impact resistance, such things as simply over tightening screws can cause stress cracking or crazing. For the most stable, stress free component always specify an annealing cycle after machining. Vapor polishing always requires an annealing cycle afterwards otherwise stress cracking will occur in service. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 18,714 #13 Posted July 24, 2020 When you put the lens back on get 4 tiny o rings that will fit around the screws and fit into the well on the lens. helps cushion and prevent cracking... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bc.gold 3,406 #14 Posted July 24, 2020 (edited) Vapour polishing ABS. 1. Wet sand your headlight smooth using 100-600 grid (240 in this case) 2. Wash and let dry to a haze 3. Use 10-30cc acetone in the kit per headlight 4. Slowly start vaping from bottom to top. Try to cover all area. No need to repeat. 5. Let it sit for 10 mins before touching or reinstall 6. Avoid rain or carwash for 1-2 days Edited July 24, 2020 by bcgold 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadapples 6,983 #15 Posted July 24, 2020 These lenses are not that hard to make out of a piece of plexiglass. If we only knew someone to make a decal, hint hint. @Vinylguy don't know if there would be enough demand to make it worthwhile.. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldredrider 2,553 #16 Posted July 24, 2020 50 minutes ago, roadapples said: These lenses are not that hard to make out of a piece of plexiglass. With the covid mess, have you priced plexiglass lately? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadapples 6,983 #17 Posted July 24, 2020 10 minutes ago, oldredrider said: With the covid mess, have you priced plexiglass lately? Hadn't thought of that. I have some lying around from other projects... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldredrider 2,553 #18 Posted July 24, 2020 Soooo... now you're instantly rich my BEST friend!!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadapples 6,983 #19 Posted July 24, 2020 2 minutes ago, oldredrider said: Soooo... now you're instantly rich my BEST friend!!!! Made my day Buddy... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldredrider 2,553 #20 Posted July 24, 2020 Love you man!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,211 #21 Posted July 24, 2020 Oh, my! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadapples 6,983 #22 Posted July 24, 2020 3 hours ago, AMC RULES said: Oh, my! Smart A$$ 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,211 #23 Posted July 24, 2020 Miss you too buddy! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 43,943 #24 Posted July 25, 2020 If you need pexi-glass. Just go to your nearby Lowe's or Home Cheapo and pork one from one of the many empty checkouts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites